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City Sundari Trees Host Rare Bird Nest
5 Jun
Summary
- Rare white-throated fantail pair nested on sundari trees in Tangra.
- A birdwatcher discovered the nest after observing the fantails' behavior.
- The nesting birds showed vigilance against urban predators like cats and snakes.
In a unique urban sighting, a pair of white-throated fantails, typically found in quieter outskirts, has established a nest on sundari trees within a Tangra complex. Birdwatcher Batul Pipewala observed the birds, noting their rarity in city environments and their preference for wooded areas.
Pipewala's curiosity led her to research the fantails' nesting habits, discovering their affinity for sundari trees. This prompted her to monitor the pair, eventually locating their nest nestled among the leaves. She observed the adult birds diligently tending to their eggs, demonstrating caution and alternating shifts.
The nesting pair faced environmental challenges, including the presence of keelback snakes in a nearby pond and roaming domestic cats. Despite these risks, the fantails fiercely protected their nest. On June 2, Pipewala observed that the eggs had hatched, with two chicks now in the nest.
Interestingly, the birds ceased singing during the nesting period, likely to avoid detection. Their careful flight paths and vigilant behavior underscore the challenges and triumphs of urban wildlife adapting to city landscapes.
